The freeCodeCamp Podcast

#187 How to focus on building your skills when everything's so distracting with Ania Kubów

Sep 5, 2025
Ania Kubów, a talented software engineer and YouTube programming teacher, dives into the significance of building core skills in technology. She discusses the creative process of game development using JavaScript as an entry point, and shares her take on balancing AI tools with fundamental techniques. Ania also reflects on her experiences growing up in Dubai, her local coffee shop, and offers tips for maintaining focus amid distractions. The conversation is sprinkled with insights on cultural exchanges and the benefits of community in the tech world.
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ADVICE

Learn From Docs First

  • Read documentation and official examples first when learning new tools or libraries.
  • Use community repositories to see real implementations and speed up learning.
ADVICE

Use AI For Research, Not Blind Coding

  • Use AI as a research shortcut but always sense-check its outputs.
  • Avoid relying on AI for code generation without verification due to frequent errors.
ANECDOTE

Viewers Asked If She Was AI

  • Many viewers actually asked if Ania is an AI because her videos look so polished.
  • She initially responded but now accepts the skepticism and emphasizes being human.
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